Calling all solo travelers. It’s time to book the flight to Southeast Asia that you’ve been eyeing—and to start searching for the perfect place to stay. Options abound, from beachside bungalows in Canggu, Bali, to architectural apartments in the lantern-lit city Hoi An, Vietnam, and luxe townhouse stays in temple-filled Chiang Mai, Thailand.
The timing couldn’t be better. Last month, Airbnb rolled out a new type of listing—Airbnb Rooms—that harks back to the platform’s roots, and makes it easier for travelers to find single rooms to rent, instead of an entire unit. It’s ideal for parties of one, saving space and money and providing an opportunity to meet new people. Features of Airbnb Rooms include a “Host Passport,” where you can learn about your host in greater detail, as well prominently and transparently displayed information on privacy and amenities (such as bathroom types, cohabitation situations, social interaction expectations, and more.)
Airbnb is teeming with hundreds of rooms listed throughout Southeast Asia, an especially solo-travel-friendly destination, and we’ve plucked out some of the best of them. So you’ve got options, and whether your adventure is long or short, high-key or low-key, these stays will be the perfect home base as you experience the wonders of Southeast Asia solo. Scroll to your heart’s desire, or use the links below to jump to a specific country:
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Vietnam
Rooftop apartment by Mye Khe Beach in Da Nang, Vietnam
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Top amenities: Rooftop with barbecue necessities, washer and dryer in-building, free indoor parking lot, goat milk soap, bidet, EV charger, elevator
Nearby attractions: Dragon Bridge, Chợ Bắc Mỹ An Market, Marble Mountains, Linh Ung Pagoda, Chùa Pháp Lâm
This cheery apartment sits next to one of the most picturesque, historic beaches in Vietnam with snorkeling, jet-skiing, sunbathing, and surfing beckoning beyond your doorstep. Da Nang is known for being a lively city surrounded by dazzling nature. Beyond the beach and city sights, this town is a great place to start a motorbike trip along the highest pass in Vietnam: the famous Hải Vân Pass through the Bạch Mã Mountain Range. The quaint room is modern and bright, with a big golden sun painted on one of the walls and line art hung throughout the space. Take the elevator up to the plant-filled rooftop for sweeping views and chef up a barbecue dinner.
Garden-view room with a balcony in Da Lat, Vietnam
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